Licence Suspension Appeal Board – Winnipeg, MB

Licence Suspension Appeal Board

The Licence Suspension Appeal Board (LSAB) is an independent administrative tribunal located on Weston Street in Winnipeg. It operates separately from Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) and the court system to provide a fair hearing process for individuals seeking relief from driver’s licence suspensions. The Board has the authority to review decisions made by the Registrar of Motor Vehicles and, in specific cases, grant conditional driving privileges.

Mandate and Hearings

The primary function of the LSAB is to hear appeals from Manitobans who have lost their driving privileges due to various infractions, including alcohol-related offences or demerit point accumulation. The Board assesses whether a suspension results in exceptional hardship and if granting a conditional licence is contrary to the public interest.

• Conditional Licences: Evaluating applications for restricted driving privileges for work, school, or medical reasons during a suspension period.
• Suspension Appeals: Reviewing suspensions imposed by the Registrar of Motor Vehicles to ensure they were applied correctly.
• Impoundment Reviews: Hearing appeals regarding vehicle seizures in specific circumstances.
• Commercial Permits: Adjudicating disputes related to commercial operator safety fitness certificates and driving school permits.

Application Process

Appearing before the Board requires a formal application process, including the submission of a non-refundable fee and a current driver’s abstract. Hearings are typically conducted in person, and appellants may choose to be represented by legal counsel. It is crucial to have all supporting documentation, such as letters from employers or medical professionals, prepared prior to the hearing.